Topic : Landscape architecture Definition of Landscape
Landscape comprises the visible features of
an area of land, including the physical elements of landforms such as (ice-capped) mountains, hills, water bodies and living elements of land cover. Landscape Architecture
Landscape architecture is the design of
outdoor public areas, landmarks, and structures to achieve environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic outcomes. Who is a landscape architect? A practitioner in the profession of landscape architecture Coordinate the arrangement of existing and proposed land features and structures. Talk with clients, engineering personnel, and architects about the overall program. Definition Of Landscaping
• THE ART AND PRACTICE OF DESIGNING THE
OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT. • LANDSCAPING IS BOTH SCIENCE AND ART, AND REQUIRES GOOD OBSERVATION AND DESIGN SKILLS. Landscape design is a process of developing practical and pleasing outdoor living space.
Form Includes the Three-Dimensional Mass.
Horizontal and spreading Rounded forms Vase-shaped Weeping forms Pyramidal forms Stages involved in developing landscape design
1. Brief 2. Concept 3. Analysis 4. Synthesis 5. Detail development 6. Construction Brief
The initial description of the project
problem that defines parameters within which designer will work.
Itis represented initially to invite bids
for projects from design firms. Concept
Provideda framework for
understanding each site in the context of a progression,providing cues for design. Analysis
After inventoried the natural and built
features, begin to analyze what to keep, what will remove, what needs to be modified, and what will be added. Synthesis
Isthe process of bringing analysis and
ideas together to create design solutions for the problems that are posed by the brief.
The design process supports this
synthesis by allowing numerous possibilities to be tested. Detail Development
This is the stage where designs are
finalized and the measured drawings are produced. Construction
Throughout this process, the landscape
architect remains in contact with the design team and the contractors. Types of Landscape Plans Site Analysis Shows all existing structures and features that impact the
landscape, e.g. the house, garage.
Bubble Plan
A simple drawing in which bubbles are used to
designate areas for specific purposes, e.g. dining
area, seating area.
Plot Plan Overview of the entire landscape's features,
structures, layout and dimensions.
Concept Images
Photo examples of features similar to those included
in the plot plan that will give you an idea of what
things will look like.
Renderings/Perspectives
A drawing or computer generated image that shows the
colours, texture, lighting, shading and depth that will be present in the landscape.
Planting Plan
A labeled diagram that shows the quantities,
location, size, shape and colour of specific plants
to be used in the landscape.
Functions of Plants Form walls, canopies or floor
Climate control.
Reduces light glare.
Help soften surrounding architecture
This design, employing plants and pavements, emphasizes a functional
and important entry approach by directing traffic to the main entry. Thank you